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Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy garden relaxation and deli snacks at this coastal hostel, where the shoreline views provide a perfect backdrop for unwinding

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Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel, near the bay, offers travelers a comfortable stay with free WiFi in rooms and laundry facilities. Relax in the garden or enjoy refreshments from the snack bar/deli. Guests value the attentive staff and self-serve breakfast options.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is €100
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Beds

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
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About the area

Located in Gairloch, Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel is near the beach. Gairloch Golf Club and Gairloch Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big Sand Beach and Gairloch Beach. Gairloch Sitooterie and Perfume Studio are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and rock climbing. Visit our Gairloch travel guide
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Carn Dearg, Gairloch, Scotland, IV21 2DJ

What's nearby

  • Sands Caravan and Camping park is only a few metres from the sea. This was a particularly stunning evening in September.
    Big Sand Beach
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A view of Slioch from Loch maree picnic site
    Loch Maree
    15 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Rua Reidh Lighthouse
    15 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Inverewe Gardens
    22 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Redpoint Beach
    34 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV)
    117 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bridge Cottage Art Cafe
    12 min drive
  • The Mountain Coffee Company
    3 min drive
  • Melvaig Inn
    7 min drive
  • The Old Inn
    8 min drive
  • The Barn Cafe
    14 min walk

About this property

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

Hostel near the bay
A garden, laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli are just a few of the amenities provided at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Showers and toilet paper
  • Communal kitchens and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and from GBP 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Sands Youth Hostel
Gairloch Sands Youth
Sands Youth
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Scotland
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Gairloch
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

As of 17 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel on 28 Mar 2026 start from €100, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel located?

Situated in Gairloch, this beach hostel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Big Sand Beach and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Gairloch Heritage Museum. Gairloch Golf Club and Gairloch Sitooterie are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and friendly staff. Also excellent view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot with an amazing view in a beautiful little town
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set in a stunning location, it was the perfect stay on our NC 500 cycle tour. The hostel warden was extremely helpful and welcoming. Top place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Very close to the big sand
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

ZVI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When we order a private room, we expect a toilet and bath to be private as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gairloch Beach Hostel

Very helpful staff. Couldn't do enough for me. Great room, although up 2 flights if old stairs. Lovely aspect & views. Remote - that's why I chose it anyway Nice evening meal. Good choices for breakfast, despite no use of self catering kitchen due to COVID restrictions
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible location, lovely room and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Leider kann man erst ab 17 Uhr einchecken. Die Dame an der Rezeption war sehr freundlich.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not stay there. After making reservations I received an email from the location that they were unable to process payment on my cc. I then phoned the location and after numerous attempts they were still unable to process the payment so I was told by their staff that she would have to cancel my reservation because of this issue. I made reservations elsewhere however this location ended charging my card as a no show.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel in beautiful place. About 5 mins drive to town/ restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Tino

Liked: Staff & service

herrliche Lage!!!

wunderschöne Lage-alleinstehend direkt am und mit Blick aufs Meer - sehr angenehme und zuvorkommende Gastgeberin am Empfang - wer es etwas einsamer aber in toller Natur mag ist hier genau richtig!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

herve

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018